Wednesday, April 9, 2014

3 Tips to Prepare for the End…of Your Academic Career

In the next few months a new
generation of college graduates will be heading out into the "real
world". Some of you may have a great job lined up while others are still
on the hunt. And a few of you may be heading back to your parents’ house to
regroup and come up with a new life plan. Regardless of which route you're
taking, here are three things you should keep in mind when preparing for the
end… of your academic career.

1. Don't burn your bridges

After years of paying tuition and
writing papers you may want to set fire to your text books and hit the road,
never to look back. But part of the college experience is making relationships.
Take advantage of these last few months to reconnect with professors, RA's, and
TA's. While you may not be best friends, these people may be able to help you
when searching for your dream job. Never underestimate the power of
networking.

Ask a favorite professor to be a job reference

Connect with your TA's on Linked in

Ask your RA for their email address so you can keep in
touch

Obtain letters of recommendation for Grad School

2. Use You Student Status to Cash in
on Free Things

As part of your tuition and fees,
each student gains access to a variety of University good and services. Get
your money's worth by using up all of the things you have already paid for. Did
you know that every semester USU students get $10 of free rentals at the ORP?

Use up your free prints on your student card

Use your $10 in ORP cash

Take advantage of the library, rent free movies and
check out books

Get your bike tuned up (for free) at Aggie Blue Bikes

Attend all of the free end of year events like concerts
or dances

Attend Spring sporting events

Expand your resume by learning to use the Adobe Suite
software at the USU computer labs

3. Take Advantage of Your
Universities Resources

Along with free prints and free
entrance to events, your tuition pays for a myriad of resources. The Career
Center is one of the most valuable assets to soon-to-be grads.